diffuser
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6.2
- noun
- /dɪˈfjuːzər/
- Specialized
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difusor
- The Sedona-Xm uses linear diffusers instead of registers to distribute an even, quiet, and draftless airflow.
- annular diffuser
- wall diffuser
- dual annular diffuser
Examples
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The total cost of the complete unit with trailer, tanks, pressure/flow regulators, and diffusers was $8,400.
Academic text (2003) -
The ozonation pilot plant features a 20-foot clear PVC column with a diffuser located at the bottom of the column.
Academic text (1998) -
Question Why is the diffuser a key part of this device?
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So this is one piece that has a diffuser here that pops on.
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The original diffuser was not very effective despite the relatively small net diffusion angles.
Academic text (1998) -
So here's a diffuser that I made last time, which fits quite nicely on there.
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Individual flow regulators allow use of one to eight diffusers as they're needed.
Academic text (2003) -
A laser beam was sent through a rotating diffuser that introduced a new, random phase pattern every microsecond.
Academic text (1998) -
The acoustics improved dramatically after we installed a diffuser in the recording studio.
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To eliminate echoes, the theater used several diffusers on the walls for better sound distribution.
Synonyms
A device that spreads sound or light evenly in a room
Antonyms
- Specialized
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6.9
A device that collects things like oxygen and sunlight to make them purer or stronger
How Even
- Specialized
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6.2
- Specialized
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7.5
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4.1
- Specialized
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Diffuser comes from the Latin parts dis- 'apart' and fundere 'to pour'. Think of pouring water so it spreads in many directions; an acoustic diffuser does the same with sound, spreading it across a room to reduce echoes.